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Armenia is reportedly planning a bid to join the European Union and has ruled out a renewed role in the Russia-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO). This decision signals a significant shift in the country's geopolitical alignment away from Russia.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia would withdraw from the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) if he deems it necessary.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that the country will soon submit its application for European Union membership, while also stating he would be pleased if Armenia were excluded from the Russia-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO).
Ahead of parliamentary elections in Armenia, Moscow is intensifying pressure on its former close ally, which suspended its participation in the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in 2024, with claims of agreements made with Macron.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) countries will discuss potential sanctions against Armenia over unpaid membership fees, indicating Russia's efforts to pressure Armenia.
Maria Zakharova questioned Armenia's loyalty after the former Soviet republic froze its membership in the Russia-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in 2024, following Moscow's non-intervention in the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict.